1999 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Dynasty | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Dynasty | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
